With Earth Day around the corner (April 22), it’s a good time to think about what we can do for the environment. If your CFL lightbulbs are all in place and your recycling is sorted, you might look into other ways to give back to planet Earth.
[gateway greening]
Hoping to put your green thumb to good use? Gateway Greening supports sustainable urban agriculture through community gardens, programs and civic planting events.
to help
+On Saturday mornings from March through October, volunteer at Bell Demonstration Garden. Workers care for ornamental plants and 20 vegetable beds that demonstrate seasonal growing techniques. The next volunteer orientation is 10 a.m. May 10 at 3871 Bell Ave.
+Work at City Seeds Urban Farm, a 2.5-acre downtown plot with 48 raised vegetable beds, berries, beehives, orchards, rain garden and harvest station. Volunteers work with St. Patrick Center clients 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. weekdays from April through October. The next volunteer orientations are 9 a.m. April 17 and May 1 at 2200 Pine St.
+Volunteer at a youth garden. Gateway Greening supports 90 youth gardens that help kids learn about healthy food.
volunteer contact
Andrea (Annie) Mayrose | 314.588.9600, ext. 110 |andrea@gatewaygreening.org | gatewaygreening.org
[missouri department of natural resources]
Missouri’s landscape is one of its greatest treasures, not only for its beauty, but also for the resources it provides farmers, fishermen, hunters and recreational athletes.
to help
+Volunteer in a state park. These natural playgrounds need program interpreters, trail maintenance workers, special event support and plant restoration workers.
+Join a stream team. These volunteers monitor water quality, pick up litter and plant trees to help keep stream ecosystems healthy.
volunteer contact
Susan Higgins | 573.526.1002 | cleanwater@dnr.mo.gov | dnr.mo.gov
[saint louis zoo]
One of the city’s most beloved institutions needs your help! Do your part to support wildlife conservation while helping others learn about the natural world.
to help
+Give walking tours.
+Be an ambassador or docent, providing directions and teaching visitors about zoo history, animals and the environment.
+ Work at a fundraiser or special event.
+Volunteer at Camp KangaZoo. Teens ages 15 and older lead games, crafts and activities for campers.
+Hone your horticulture skills. Help the crew keep the zoo beautiful by planting, watering and weeding throughout the grounds.
volunteer contact
Volunteer Services | 314.781.0900, ext. 4670 | stlzoo.org
Photo by Sergiy Bykhunenko
